Tesla has confirmed that customer deliveries of its Semi electric truck in Europe will begin in 2027. The announcement was made at the IAA Transportation exhibition in Hannover, Germany, alongside the launch of regional Tesla webpages outlining the vehicle’s specifications, design, and technical capabilities.

The European version is rated for up to 550 km of range at a gross combination weight of 40 tonnes, with energy consumption of approximately 1 kWh per kilometre. The truck has an unladen weight of about 9,100 kg without cargo or a trailer.

Tesla’s Megacharger network can restore approximately 60% of the battery’s capacity during a 30-minute charging session. The system supports peak charging power of up to 800 kW. Tesla also said it would provide route-optimized charging schedules and specialized service facilities intended to reduce downtime for commercial fleet operators.

Nic Cruz Patane posted on X on September 11, 2026:

The Tesla Semi is coming to Europe in 2027. Here are the US and European versions side by side. The EU spec drops the full-width light bar, uses much smaller side mirrors (should help with range), and loses the black rear fairing the US truck has. There’s probably plenty of… pic.twitter.com/U4nQLRlAJl — Nic Cruz Patane (@niccruzpatane) September 11, 2026

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Following the announcement, TSLA stock rose 0.52%.

Tesla first unveiled the commercial truck in 2017 and initially planned to begin manufacturing it in 2019. Battery supply constraints delayed those plans as the company prioritized production of its consumer vehicles. Limited deliveries in the United States began in late 2022, with PepsiCo among the first fleet customers.

Tesla has reported that its first Semi was produced on a high-volume assembly line in Nevada. In a shareholder communication issued in July, the company said full-scale Semi production was targeted for 2026, replacing an earlier objective of ramping up volume output during this year. That production target is the main near-term milestone ahead of the planned 2027 European deliveries, while the company’s stated charging and service plans will be relevant to fleet operators assessing the truck’s deployment.

European Semi specifications and performance

The Semi uses a multi-motor configuration. One torque-focused axle is designed to handle heavy-duty pulling at lower speeds, while a second axle is optimized for efficiency during highway operation. Tesla also replaced conventional hydraulic steering with a fully electric power-steering system, enabling closer integration with its Autopilot driver-assistance technologies.

Data from pilot vehicles that have traveled more than 13.5 million miles shows average energy consumption of between 1.55 and 1.7 kWh per mile during real-world commercial freight operations at highway speeds. The truck’s aerodynamic drag coefficient is approximately 0.4.

According to Tesla’s calculations, the Semi has an operating cost per mile about 50% lower than comparable diesel trucks in areas with high fuel prices, including California. On a national average basis, Tesla estimates that the truck is approximately 20% cheaper to operate. The vehicle also provides 25 kW of electric power take-off capability. These comparisons are Tesla estimates, so operating results will depend on factors such as route conditions, energy prices, vehicle loads, and fleet use.

Europe’s commercial vehicle market is mature, and several established manufacturers already offer battery-electric heavy-duty trucks. Tesla will therefore enter a segment with existing competition.

Wall Street’s current consensus rating for TSLA is Hold, based on 11 Buy recommendations, 12 Hold ratings, and three Sell ratings issued during the past three months. The average analyst price target is $377.08, representing potential upside of 3.18% from current trading levels.

Source: Blockonomi — https://blockonomi.com/tesla-tsla-stock-gains-as-semi-electric-truck-expansion-to-europe-confirmed-for-2027/